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EV Valve Motor Driver

Melexis, Tessenderlo, Belgium, introduces the MLX81334, a motor driver designed to optimize electric vehicle thermal valves (accurate battery temperature control) and expansion valves (heat pump refrigeration loop). This enables longer range for EVs. It complements their embedded motor driver portfolio with extended memories and over-the-air (OTA) support for premium software features. The 1A-rated motor driver is intended for deployment in mechatronic thermal management systems.

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CAD/CAM Software

OPEN MIND Technologies, Needham, MA, is presenting its newest hyperMILL^® CAD/CAM software suite. It offers users powerful and simplified NC programming in applications ranging from 2D to 5-axis milling. Integrated, advanced hyperMILL^® capabilities include automation, virtual machining, additive/hybrid manufacturing, turning, and more. The hyperMILL^® MAXX machining module is ideal for curved surfaces.

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Miniature Micropositioning Stages

The M-110, M-111, and M-112 miniature linear stage family from PI, Auburn, MA, is designed for micropositioning applications where high resolution and repeatability are required with resolutions down to 0.05 microns (50 nanometers). Closed-loop servo motors with position encoders and economical stepper motors are available, as well as a choice of leadscrew and ballscrew drives. Travel ranges of 5 mm, 15 mm, and 25 mm are offered.

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Switch Mainframe

FineTest, Palm Coast, FL, a manufacturer of Functional ATE and Power Supply testers just introduced the FT2000 Switch Mainframe that incorporates Matrix Cards, Relays Cards, DACs, Multiplexers, and Digital I/O cards, all in a switch mainframe that plugs more directly into a Virginia Panel Interface. This eliminates the need for all the wiring from Virginia Panel connectors to standard switch mainframes. Remote Program with Ethernet and/or USB.

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‘Round’ Plastic Enclosures

The technoDISC plastic enclosures from ROLEC Enclosures, Bridgeville, PA, for IIoT and Industry 4.0 electronics are now available in four sizes. They are designed for applications such as industrial sensors, automation systems, IIoT control nodes, and shipboard monitoring equipment. They can be installed on walls, bulkheads, and machines. The lid can remain closed during installation in challenging environments — safeguarding the electronics with IP 66 (IP 67 optional) ingress protection.

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Control Panels

Watlow, St. Louis, MO, is introducing new large and extra-large WATCONNECT^® control panels, which are ideal for large-scale applications and are designed to maximize reliability, accessibility, and safety. Advanced thermal design ensures the new panels are highly reliable. The design includes solid copper internal power interconnects for less expansion and contraction and provides environmental and field connection health monitoring for identifying issues before shutdown.

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Radar Level Transmitter

Emerson, Gothenburg, Sweden, has introduced the Rosemount^™ 3408 Level Transmitter, a non-contacting radar device designed to optimize ease-of-use at every touchpoint, leading to increased site and worker safety and enhanced plant performance. It is suitable for use in industries such as chemical storage, mixing tanks, and open-air applications. It includes a highly intuitive interface, Bluetooth^® wireless technology remote capabilities, predictive alerts, in-situ verification, data historian, and an upgradeable design.

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Test and Measurement Waveguide Antennas

Fairview Microwave, Irvine, CA, announces a new range of test and measurement antennas for a diverse set of applications such as lab usage, microwave radio systems, and antenna measurements. Their frequency range spans 2.6 GHz to 12.4 GHz. and they are equipped with rectangular waveguide interfaces including WR-90, WR-112, WR-137, WR-159, WR-187, WR-229, and WR-284. With nominal gains ranging from 10 dBi to 20 dBi, they conform to TAA regulations.

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Burn-in-Board Loader/Unloader

lykos, a modular Burn-in Board (BIB) loading and unloading system from esmo group, Rosenheim, Germany, is designed to eliminate manual placement and orientation errors. It seamlessly integrates with existing production lines and can be customized to meet specific requirements. It features fully automated open top socket (OTS) loading, flexible BIB clamping for different sizes, and a conversion time of less than three minutes, including BIB change.

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Touchless Hidden Switch

SCHURTER, Santa Rosa, CA, introduces the THS momentary switch series with optical sensor technology that can be concealed behind any surface without the need for mounting holes. A small opening in the user interface is all that is needed to allow the ToF sensor to actuate. Being touchless, it is a hygienic solution to prevent the spread of pathogens. And it adds an element of design for sophisticated custom user interfaces.

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Compact Ultrasonic Sensors

The new sensors of the HTU200 and DMU200 series from Leuze Electronic, New Hudson, MI, are particularly suitable for applications in the packaging and automotive industries. They reliably perform difficult detection and measuring tasks detecting objects regardless of their surface structure using a reflected acoustic pulse. They detect glossy, transparent, or dark surfaces, as well as liquids or granular products.

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IEC and NEMA Input Adapters

The new NEMA and IEC input adapters from NORD Gear, Waunakee, WI, offer improved mechanical and thermal performance, giving users more flexibility in designing drive systems and allowing for a broader range of application- and environment-specific concepts through extended options such as integrated backstops and speed sensors. The redesigned input adapters are available in NEMA sizes 250TC – 400TC and from IEC sizes 160 – 315.

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